Radiofrequency (RF)
Microneedling
AVAILABLE AT ALL VEGA VITALITY LOCATIONS
AVAILABLE AT ALL VEGA VITALITY LOCATIONS
RF microneedling combines traditional microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate collagen remodeling below the skin’s surface. During treatment, very fine needles create controlled microchannels in the skin while delivering RF energy at targeted depths within the tissue.
This combination allows RF microneedling to address both skin texture and firmness. The controlled treatment stimulates the skin’s natural repair response and promotes new collagen and elastin production, gradually improving the appearance and quality of the skin.
Because treatment depth and energy can be customized, RF microneedling can be tailored to different skin concerns, treatment areas, and individual goals.
RF microneedling is a versatile treatment that can improve a variety of concerns related to skin texture, collagen loss, and overall skin quality.
Common treatment goals include:
Although the face is one of the most commonly treated areas, RF microneedling may also be used on areas such as the neck, décolletage, abdomen, and other areas of the body depending on the technology and treatment goals.
Both traditional microneedling and RF microneedling create controlled microchannels that stimulate the skin’s natural healing response and support collagen production. The primary difference is the addition of radiofrequency energy.
Traditional microneedling is an excellent option for improving overall skin texture, tone, fine lines, and certain types of scarring. RF microneedling delivers additional thermal energy beneath the skin, allowing treatment to target deeper collagen remodeling and concerns such as skin laxity and more significant textural irregularities.
Neither treatment is universally “better.” The right choice depends on your skin, goals, desired intensity, and treatment plan. During your consultation, your Vega Vitality provider can help determine which approach is most appropriate for you.
Before treatment, your provider will evaluate your skin and customize the treatment settings based on the area being treated and your individual goals. A topical numbing cream is typically applied beforehand to improve comfort.
During the procedure, the RF microneedling device is passed systematically across the treatment area, delivering controlled microneedling and radiofrequency energy at selected depths. Treatment time varies depending on the area and technology used.
After treatment, the skin commonly appears red and may feel warm or sensitive, similar to a sunburn. Mild swelling can also occur. Your provider will review post-treatment skincare instructions and when you can resume your usual products and activities.
Redness, sensitivity, and mild swelling are common immediately after RF microneedling and typically improve over the following several days. The amount of downtime varies depending on treatment intensity, the technology used, and individual skin response.
Some improvement in skin texture may become noticeable as the skin recovers, but RF microneedling is designed to stimulate a gradual remodeling process. Collagen production and tissue remodeling continue over the weeks and months following treatment.
A series of treatments is often recommended for optimal results, particularly when addressing acne scarring, skin laxity, or more significant textural concerns. Your provider will recommend a treatment schedule based on your individual goals.
Available at Vega Seaport in Boston
Vivace combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen and elastin production while improving skin texture and firmness. Adjustable needle depth and energy settings allow treatment to be customized for concerns such as fine lines, enlarged pores, acne scars, uneven texture, and mild skin laxity.
Vivace is designed to provide effective skin remodeling with relatively manageable downtime, making it a versatile option for patients seeking improvements in both skin texture and overall skin quality.
Available at Vega Back Bay in Boston
Genius RF Microneedling combines precisely controlled microneedling with radiofrequency energy delivered beneath the skin’s surface. The system allows treatment depth and energy delivery to be customized based on the treatment area and individual goals.
Genius can be particularly useful when targeting concerns such as acne scarring, textural irregularities, fine lines, and skin laxity. By delivering RF energy into the dermis, treatment stimulates a gradual collagen-remodeling response that continues after the procedure.
Available at Vega Fenton in Cary, NC
Scarlet RF combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen remodeling and improve skin quality. Adjustable treatment settings allow your provider to tailor the depth and energy delivered based on the treatment area, skin characteristics, and desired results.
Scarlet can be used to address concerns including fine lines, uneven texture, enlarged pores, acne scars, and mild skin laxity. Treatment can be customized for both facial and selected body areas depending on your individual goals.
The number of treatments depends on your skin and treatment goals. Many patients benefit from a series of treatments rather than a single session, particularly when treating acne scars, laxity, or more significant textural concerns.
Redness, mild swelling, sensitivity, and a sunburn-like appearance are common after treatment. These effects generally improve over several days, although recovery varies with treatment intensity and individual response.
Skin texture may begin to improve during the weeks following treatment. Because RF microneedling works in part by stimulating collagen remodeling, results can continue to develop over several months.
A topical numbing cream is generally applied before treatment. Patients may still feel pressure, warmth, or brief sensations as the device delivers energy, but treatment settings can be adjusted based on the treatment area and individual tolerance.
Yes. Depending on your goals, RF microneedling may be incorporated into a broader treatment plan alongside other aesthetic treatments. Your provider can recommend appropriate combinations and timing.
Unintended facial fat loss has been reported following some RF microneedling treatments, and the FDA has identified fat loss as a potential serious complication associated with certain uses of RF microneedling devices. However, RF microneedling treatments designed for skin rejuvenation are generally intended to deliver controlled energy to the skin and dermis—not to intentionally reduce facial fat.
Treatment depth, energy settings, the area being treated, the specific technology used, and provider technique can all influence how radiofrequency energy interacts with the tissue. At Vega Vitality, RF microneedling treatments are customized based on facial anatomy, skin characteristics, and treatment goals, with particular attention to appropriate treatment depth and energy delivery.
Patients who are concerned about facial volume loss should discuss this with their provider before treatment so that their treatment plan can take their anatomy and goals into account.
RF microneedling at Vega Vitality is customized to your skin rather than performed using a one-size-fits-all protocol. Our providers evaluate your concerns, treatment history, and goals to determine the appropriate technology, treatment depth, energy settings, and treatment plan.
With RF microneedling available across our Boston and Cary, NC locations, we can recommend the approach best suited to your individual needs.
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